SKIN CARE
Human skin is an incredible feat of nature. Not only does it protect our organs from the elements and help to regulate body temperature, but it's our first barrier from infection, as well. Actually, the skin is considered an organ in itself -- the body's largest, in fact. Skin care and protection of skin should be an essential part of your health for fitness & beauty regime.
A daily skin care regimen goes a long way in keeping one's skin healthy and beautiful. You have to give your skin some time and repeat the process every day, no matter what. If you want your skin to look attractive and healthy there are several rules you must follow. The most important is cleansing with natural and reviving substances, for a clean skin is bound to look healthier. Since constant washing removes most natural oils and moisture, and even the acid mantle covering, you must consciously replace these oils, moisture and acid. Your diet should be high in proteins, which can be found in lean meat, fish, and poultry as well as in nuts, beans, milk and eggs. Raw vegetables and fruit of all kinds are essential. Several glasses of water ( this is much underestimated in it's importance) each day are essential to flush the system clear of toxins.
Our skin's functions are too many to go through here in detail, however it protects our 'insides' from the external environment, acting both as a barrier and a filter between 'outside' and 'inside' our bodies. The skin helps in regulating our body's temperature, like when we have a fever or we're physically working hard, we tend to sweat, which is the body's way to lower the temperature. The skin also protects us from harmful substances entering our body, and it eliminates many toxins introduced through ingestion or even via the skin itself. This takes workload off our Liver and Kidneys to filter out by-products from our body's metabolism. The skin also breathes and plays a major role in our immune system.
TYPES OF SKINS Generally skin categorize into one of three different types. Read the following categories to best determine the skin you are in
Sensitive, Fragile or Dry Skin Your skin may fit into this category because of light coloring with little natural sun protection. It also may have skin sensitivies or allergies. Certain medications can push you into this category also. Gentle products, no harsh acids or alcohol and added moisture are needed.
Balanced or Normal Skin Not too oily, not to dry and no extreme challenges. Primary goal is to keep healthy condition and promote protection and preventative lifestyle.
Acne Prone or Oily Skin Usually thicker skin with less wrinkling. Excess oil may need control. Acne lesions may need treatment
The basic steps of skin care are: Cleanse, Exfoliate, Protect. The key here is to find the product type that works best for your skin types. Choosing the wrong products can be worse than doing nothing at all, and with the myriad of choices on the market, confusion can reign.
Natural skin care products are the only way to approach your skin care regime. Natural products, not just natural ingredients that have been added to an otherwise non-natural base, are a great way to take a proactive step towards promoting and maintaining healthy skin. In addition to taking a proactive skin care approach you should also consider doing the same with your diet. Foods that can benefit the skin will also benefit other parts of your body and promote healthy body tissues. Eating foods that have not been highly processed
Good skin care ? such as avoiding the sun, washing your skin gently and applying moisturizer regularly ? can help delay the natural aging process and prevent many skin problems. These simple skin-care habits will help you protect your skin to keep it healthy and glowing for years to come.
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